Edward Lee Ferguson, 60, of Murphy, passed away Friday, Sept. 25, 2020, at his residence.
He was a native and lifetime resident of Cherokee County, and was born and raised in the Peachtree community.
Lee was a 1978 graduate of Murphy High School, and later received a bachelor’s degree in engineering from Western Carolina University in Cullowhee.
He worked for Southwire for 33 years, serving as plant manager the last 17 years.
Lee was currently employed at Clay County Soil & Water Conservation. He was a fourth-generation farmer on Ferguson Farms, which was his passion.
He enjoyed spending time with his wife, children and granddaughter.
Lee was a member of Peachtree Memorial Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon. He was also a member of Gideon’s International.
He was the son of the late Jack and Madge Ferguson, formerly of Peachtree.
Lee is survived by his wife of 32 years, Susan Ridenhour Ferguson. In addition to his wife, he is also survived by a daughter, Leanne Ferguson Grady, and Jacob, of Raleigh, a son; Bryan Ferguson and Kerrigan of Murphy; a sister, Maryann Lundstrom and Steven of Huntington Beach, Calif., and one granddaughter; Evie Kate Ferguson.
Memorial services were at 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28, at Peachtree Memorial Baptist Church, with Dr. Chester Jones officiating. The church requests that those who attend wear a mask prior to being seated.
Family received friends from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28, at Peachtree Memorial Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Gideon’s International, P.O. Box 164, Murphy, NC 28906, or Peachtree Memorial Baptist Church Youth Program, 1650 N.C. 141, Murphy, NC 28906.
Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy, was in charge of all arrangements.
An online guest register is available at iviefuneralhome.com.